Sports Spectrum Podcast

Today Sports Spectrum continues a seven week series called "I ONCE WAS" where athletes share their transformation story of going from lost to found. This podcast takes you deeper into each athlete's "I ONCE WAS" story and today we continue our series with longtime NHL player Mike Fisher.  You can watch Mike's "I ONCE WAS" video here. You can order "I ONCE WAS" merchandise here.

Paul Allen has been the voice of the Minnesota Vikings Radio Network since 2002. He also hosts a daily show, “Allen’s Page,” on KFAN radio in Minneapolis and is the voice at Canterbury Park horse racing each summer. He’s called more than 40,000 horse races and more than 400 Vikings games. Allen came to faith in Christ at age 52 in June 2019, and is now also the host of the “Faith and Goal” podcast, which intersects sports and faith. Today on the show,  Paul Allen returns to discuss 2 Corinthians 5:20 and what it means to be an ambassador for Christ in the sports world. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, devotionals, Bible studies and more. 

Bryan Narcisse is currently serving with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes at Clemson University. In college, Narcisse was a four-year basketball player with the Tigers and was a contributor to three straight tournament teams in 2009, 2010 and 2011.  After his college career was over, Narcisse played basketball for one year with the Harlem Globetrotters, where he traveled the world, entertaining fans of all ages on the basketball court.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Bryan about his time with the Globetrotters, serving with Clemson's FCA and his side hustle as a Christian hip hop artist.   Receive our 10-day Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. 

Matt Duchene is a professional hockey player with the Nashville Predators entering his 14th season in the NHL. He was selected third overall in the first round of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft by the Colorado Avalanche and made his NHL debut that same year as a 19 year-old rookie. Duchene is a two-time All-Star and in 2021-22, had his best season with 43 goals, 43 assists and a career-high 86 points for Nashville. Today on the podcast, we talk to Matt Duchene about his pro hockey career, growing as a believer in Christ and how his mental health has become a big priority for him after dealing with severe anxiety as a professional athlete. Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Today Sports Spectrum continues a seven week series called "I ONCE WAS" where athletes share their transformation story of going from lost to found. This podcast takes you deeper into each athlete's "I ONCE WAS" story and today we continue our series with former NFL tight end Benjamin Watson.  You can watch Benjamin's "I ONCE WAS" video here. You can order "I ONCE WAS" merchandise here.

Jade McCarthy is the host of Sports Spectrum's Transformed podcast and a former ESPN on-air talent. Today on the podcast, Jason and Jade react to Brian Dawkins' comments on a recent "Transformed" podcast about gratitude and discuss what it means to be disciplined in our walk with Jesus.  Listen to Jade's new podcast "Transformed" on the Sports Spectrum Podcast Network here. 

Sarah Gayler is the men's basketball coach an Director of Athletics at Brescia University in Kentucky. The Norman, Oklahoma native is the first female head men's basketball coach in NAIA history dating back to 1937.  Prior to her role at Brescia, she was a member of the Milwaukee Bucks basketball operations staff in 2020 and 2021 and won an NBA championship in 2021. She's also had experience coaching in the ABA/PBL and the NBA Developmental League (now G-League).  Today on the podcast, we talk to Sarah about winning an NBA title with Milwaukee, trailblazing as a female head coach in men's college basketball, glorifying God in her work and why its important to not force her faith on anyone.  Receive our 10-day Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. 

Sean Casey is currently a broadcaster with the MLB Network and host of his own podcast "The Mayor's Office." A former pro baseball player, he made his MLB debut with Cleveland in 1997 and was a three-time All-Star in 12 seasons with Cleveland, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Detroit and Boston.  He was a member of the 2006 Detroit Tigers team that won the American League pennant and his .529 in the 2006 World Series with two home runs. He announced his retirement from baseball in 2009 and three years later, was inducted into the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame in 2012.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Sean Casey about his work with Water Mission, how his faith guides him toward serving, playing in the 2006 World Series and his favorite stories talking with opposing players at first base.  Receive our 10-day Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. 

Today Sports Spectrum continues a seven week series called "I ONCE WAS" where athletes share their transformation story of going from lost to found. This podcast takes you deeper into each athlete's "I ONCE WAS" story and today we continue our series with 2022 Stanley Cup champion and Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson.  You can watch Josh's "I ONCE WAS" video here. You can order "I ONCE WAS" merchandise here.

Blake Ferguson is the long snapper with the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. He was selected in the sixth round of the 2020 NFL Draft by the Dolphins after a successful college career at LSU that saw him win a national championship in 2019.  Blake's brother Reid is the long snapper with the Buffalo Bills and also played his college football at LSU. He and his brother host the "After the Snap" podcast talking what life is like in the professional football world.  Today on the show, Blake Ferguson talks about facing his brother in an NFL game, winning a college football national championship at LSU, his Jesus journey and the importance of making his faith in Christ a priority during a long NFL season.  Receive our 10-day Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here.